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Monarch Estates

1550 E University Dr, Auburn, AL 36830

Independent Living
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $3,159
One Bedroom
Estimated $3,979
Two Bedroom
Estimated $4,894

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $4,010
  • Average State Price: $3,917
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • Monarch Estates Description

    Monarch Estates is a community that offers independent living and is about 2.0 miles outside Auburn, Alabama and is part of the Holiday Retirement network of communities. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 7.9 out of 10 making it the 5th highest rated community in the city out of 6 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    Community Reviews

    7.9
    Monarch Estates
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 81 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 6 out of 6 communities in Auburn
  • Ranking in State: 272 out of 439 communities in AL
  • Food and Dining A

    Value for Price B

    Activities B

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care B

    Staff A

    Cleanliness A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Summary of Reviews:

    • Food quality has been a mixed experience, with some noting improvement while others express disappointment, particularly with nutritional value and menu accuracy.
    • Opinions on staff professionalism vary, with some finding staff members unprofessional and rude, while others praise specific employees and the overall friendliness and helpfulness of the staff.
    • The cost of living in the community is a concern for some, who feel it does not match the quality of food and services provided.
    • The facility is pet-friendly, which is a positive aspect for many.
    • Some find the environment cold and not family-oriented, with basic and institutional apartments.
    • Initial impressions for some visitors have been highly positive, leading to decisions to rent a place due to the welcoming atmosphere and well-kept facilities.
    • Concerns about cleanliness and maintenance, such as roach infestations and potholes, have been raised.
    • Management practices have been criticized, suggesting a need for an overhaul.
    • Customer service is highly rated by some, with the community described as having a wonderful retirement atmosphere and outstanding staff and food.
    • Residents' experiences vary, with some expressing satisfaction with their living situation and others highlighting areas for improvement, especially in terms of meal quality and variety.


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    Health

    Lively Mobile Plus Personal Emergency Response Device

    Wheelchair Accessible


    Services

    Weekly Housekeeping

    Light Linen Service

    Maintenance

    Most Utilities Included

    Renters Liability Insurance Program


    Activities

    Full Calendar of Enriching Activities

    Group Exercise Classes

    Bingo

    Music

    Zumba

    Ice Cream Social


    Community Amenities

    Barber/Beauty Salon

    Gym

    Fitness Equipment

    Chapel

    Theater

    Large Screen TV Lounge


    Room Amenities

    Kitchenette

    Utilities Included

    Telephone

    Emergency Response

    Refrigerator

    Individually Controlled Heating and Air Conditioning


    Dining

    Three Chef Prepared Meals Daily

    Private Dining Room

    Patio Dining

    Resident Kitchen

    Restaurant-Style Dining

    Chef-Prepared Meals


    Transportation

    Complimentary Scheduled Transportation

    Parking

    Covered Parking

    Transportation Services

    Regular Outings


    Pet

    Pets Welcome



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Auburn which is 2.0 miles away and has a population of 62,059 (large town).
    • The average income is $94,790, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 84
      • Low Temperature: 48
      • Average Temperature: 68.2
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 171 days of rain, 1 days of snow and 191 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.6 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 4.0 per 100 people which is average compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 0.87 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 1.68 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.86 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 77.55 years old, which is low compared to other zip codes.

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    Supermarkets

    Kroger
    1.0 miles away
    Earth Fare
    1.2 miles away
    Sam's Club
    1.2 miles away
    Walmart Neighborhood Market
    1.3 miles away
    Interstate Electrical Supply
    1.3 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    Copper Beech bus stop #3
    2.1 miles away
    Copper Beech bus stop #2
    2.3 miles away
    Copper Beech bus stop #1
    2.5 miles away

    Banks

    Charter Bank
    0.2 miles away
    Valley National Bank
    0.4 miles away
    Renasant Bank
    0.5 miles away
    BancorpSouth
    1.0 miles away
    BBVA Compass
    1.2 miles away

    Hospitals

    East Alabama Medical Center
    3.3 miles away
    East Alabama Medical Center Freestanding Emergency Department
    3.4 miles away
    Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System East Campus
    18.7 miles away
    Lanier Health Services
    22.0 miles away
    Lake Martin Community Hospital
    22.5 miles away

    Pharmacies

    CVS Pharmacy
    1.1 miles away
    Walgreens
    1.1 miles away
    The Drug Store
    1.1 miles away
    Walmart Pharmacy
    2.6 miles away
    Medical Arts Pharmacy
    3.3 miles away

    Dentists

    Elbert Lee DMD
    1.1 miles away
    Thames Orthodontics
    1.4 miles away
    Oral and Facial Surgery
    1.4 miles away
    Phillips Family Dentistry
    1.4 miles away
    O'Brien Dental
    1.5 miles away

    Parks

    Duck Samford Park
    0.2 miles away
    Samford Avenue Tennis Center
    1.0 miles away
    Bowden Park
    1.1 miles away
    Moore’s Mill Park
    1.3 miles away
    Graham McTeer Park
    1.5 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Flint's Crossing Shopping Center
    1.2 miles away
    Market Square Shopping Center
    1.2 miles away
    Auburn Mall
    1.3 miles away
    Phenix Crossing
    25.1 miles away

    Culture

    Telfair Peet Theatre
    2.3 miles away
    Graves Amphitheater
    2.3 miles away

    Restaurants

    McAllister's Deli
    0.4 miles away
    Mikata Japanese Steak House
    0.4 miles away
    Bow & Arrow
    0.4 miles away
    Waffle House
    1.0 miles away
    Tenda Chick
    1.0 miles away

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